Holiday Reading Selection

The Pembroke house was never meant for children.Still grieving the loss of her husband in the Great War, Rose Callahan Pembroke remains in her mother-in-law's grand Back Bay home out of duty-and her promise to Henry not to leave his mother alone. But Eleanor Pembroke never wanted Rose as a daughter-in-law, and her presence is a constant reminder of all the family has lost.Just before Christmas, Rose's spirited young nieces arrive. Lively, imaginative, and full of mischief, the girls are everything the house is not. And Annie, the youngest, holds tight to a Christmas wish only Santa can grant.As their laughter fills the empty halls, Rose dares to believe in joy again. But when someone from the girls' past threatens their fragile peace, Rose must fight for the family she never expected-but now can't imagine living without.'Twas Christmas in Boston is a heartfelt story of grief, healing, love lost and found…and the magic of believing. A Southern gal with a fascination for history, bestselling author Jerri Hines writes historical suspense fiction and historical romance. Jerri believes in love and the power it holds, the reason she adds romance to her stories. She has lived the last thirty years near Boston with her Yankee husband. Six entertaining holiday stories featuring children writing letters to Santa in hopes of achieving what they want most: a happily ever after for their family.

Two die-hard cynics when it comes to love meet on a small family farm on the alluring Greek island of Santorini, and the magic of Christmas goes to work.Cathy Roussos, a Greek-American single mom, swore off love many years ago after a painful breakup. Her nine-year-old son, the energetic but rather shy Leo, is everything she lives for. When she takes a temp job as a housekeeper for the Christmas season at a small family farm on the island of Santorini, the last thing she expects is to fall in love with the standoffish son of the owner.Alex Rallis, a veterinarian living in Athens, is a sworn bachelor. As Christmas draws near, he is offered an ideal job abroad. Before taking it, he has to sell the family farm in Santorini and find a new place for his elderly father. The last place Alex wants to be at Christmas is the farm that holds painful memories, but he can't avoid it. His father will only agree to sell the farm and move out if Alex spends one last Christmas with him there. It seems the old man has a ploy in mind, and a string of adorable locals have their parts to play, too. Next thing you know, Christmas cheer is shared all around, old sad tales are retold in different ways, and romantic love swirls through the air deliciously, like the aromatic steam of hot chocolate.Can these two wounded souls find happiness together? They say Christmas holds its own magic, and Santorini can be just as enchanting. Even in the midst of winter, its allure remains-enough to give anyone a chance to heal and open up their heart.What readers are saying about Effrosyni Moschoudi's books:⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Effrosyni layers her words on the page like music." - USA Today bestselling author Jackie Weger⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "I love how this author (Effrosyni Moschoudi) infuses her sweet romantic storyline with delicious Greekness." - Goodreads⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Her descriptions are so vivid that you can feel the wind in your hair, the sunshine on your face, and the sand beneath your feet. I felt as if I walked into a painting that came alive." - Goodreads⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "I love all Effrosyni Moschoudi's books. She writes lovely romances that transport the reader to her beautiful home of Greece. The author's descriptions of her homeland create a longing in her readers to visit and experience the magic there." - Goodreads Six entertaining holiday stories featuring children writing letters to Santa in hopes of achieving what they want most: a happily ever after for their family.

An adventurous boy's curiosity uncovers a family secret in this heartwarming Christmas tale.In the snow-covered whaling town of New Bedford, nine-year-old Junior finds himself drawn to the one place he's been forbidden to go-the attic. But when his beloved grandmother hints that hidden memories of her explorer son, John Rumell, are locked away up there, Junior can't resist the pull. What he discovers-an old portrait, mysterious letters, and a scrimshaw whale's tooth-sets him on a journey through hidden history, lost love, and a legacy tied to the sea.As Christmas approaches, Junior makes a heartfelt wish to Santa-not for toys or treats, but to mend the hearts of his mother and grandmother. With the help of his loyal dog, a kind-hearted sailor, and his own boundless imagination, Junior may just uncover more than anyone ever expected."Secrets in the Attic" is a tender coming-of-age tale filled with holiday warmth, generational bonds, and the enduring power of hope. Six entertaining holiday stories featuring children writing letters to Santa in hopes of achieving what they want most: a happily ever after for their family.